Production Control Operations Manager, Semi

The Production Control Operations Manager will be part of the Production Control Team at the new Semi Manufacturing factory in Sparks, Nevada. This person and will be responsible for designing and developing inventory movement from receiving docks to point of use, for improving productivity and efficiency of operations, and for managing Material Handling and conveyance staff. The primary objective of the Semi Production Control and Material Handling team is to implement an efficient receiving, warehouse, material handling, and part presentation to support the overall vehicle manufacturing operation, while optimizing space, improving labor productivity, and creating a more ergonomic work environment for Tesla's associates. This position will report to the Semi Senior Production Control Manager.

• Design, develop, and implement solutions for dramatically improving material flows through the factory using Lean Principles. The design includes material arrival at docks through staging for delivery to line-side locations. The focus will be on developing innovative new solutions for manufacturing that leverage automated systems
• Ability to foster and develop a strong team of material handling personnel & leaders through selective recruitment, thorough and consistent on-boarding process, training, and coaching, and identification and addressing of competency gaps within team. Management of team includes proactively planning for labor needs considering production ramp up, communicating job expectations, performing employee performance and objectives reviews, and managing team in alignment of company policies and procedures
• Drive improvements within material flow by planning layout and space requirements, reducing line impact, analyzing and reviewing product flow, and evaluating and proposing new equipment options
• Maintain a safe work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures. It also requiring coaching and motivating team to proactively address potential safety issues and concerns
• Support interaction with suppliers to obtain feedback, and ensure collaboration between Tesla, other operations, suppliers, and customers result in the development and deployment of supply chain solutions that improve quality, performance and service levels
• Support advanced trouble-shooting and improvement of existing warehouse management, inventory control, and material flow systems
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, distribution, and logistics, with 5-7 years in a Supervisory or Management role
• Strong knowledge of production and inventory control in a manufacturing environment, with the ability to coach others on best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence across all organizational levels
• Proven analytical and organizational skills; capable of managing multiple complex projects with high variation and system intricacy
• Solid understanding of lean manufacturing, 5S, and kaizen methodologies to lead continuous improvement efforts
• Experience using material flow analysis tools, including simulations and both static and dynamic time studies
• Familiarity with FTZ, hazmat regulations, OSHA standards, and fixed/semi-automated material handling systems in high-volume operations